How to Get Reliable Forecasts from Reluctant Agile Teams

By: Niall McShane Published on: 02/10/2025

Learn how to get reliable estimates from reluctant Agile teams. Balance psychological safety with accountability to create high-confidence forecasts and keep commitments.

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The Commoditisation Curve: What Happens After Methodologies Go Mainstream

By: Niall McShane Published on: 04/09/2025

I've watched this pattern for decades. A methodology emerges. Early adopters become high-paid specialists. Then it goes mainstream, and suddenly everyone's a practitioner.

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What I Always Do as Part of Any Agile Engagement (Even If It's Not Asked For or I'm Not Paid For It)

By: Niall McShane Published on: 18/07/2025

An agile consultant reveals the one thing he always does first in every engagement - even when clients don't ask for it or pay for it.

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ICAgile vs. Scrum Alliance vs. SAFe: What Organisations Actually Need in 2025

By: Niall McShane Published on: 30/05/2025

In 2025, orgs need delivery confidence, not framework wars. This post explores why ICAgile’s competency-based approach beats rigid certifications. Pragmatism > purity. Let’s fix the real gap.

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